Vermiculite is a great addition to any soil mixture for moisture loving plants, or use it to grow some mushrooms. It is also a very effective propagation medium. It soaks up water and nutrients readily and improves aeration and soil texture. Our ready to use bags come in convenient sizes & are of high quality. We source our vermiculite from reputable sources who qualify to our sustainability standards. [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0531/2367/8390/files/Asset_4_2x_875cdc06-cceb-4b6f-a0b8-90afb7b3df3b_480x480.png?v=1615496163] Improves water and nutrient retention [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0531/2367/8390/files/Asset_4_2x_875cdc06-cceb-4b6f-a0b8-90afb7b3df3b_480x480.png?v=1615496163] Perfect for propagation [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0531/2367/8390/files/Asset_4_2x_875cdc06-cceb-4b6f-a0b8-90afb7b3df3b_480x480.png?v=1615496163] Improves soil texture The difference between perlite and vermiculite While the materials may seem similar, there are a few important differences. Vermiculite holds more water than perlite while still offering an improved soil texture. Vermiculite grains are also a bit softer than perlite, and don’t turn into powder as easily. To learn more about vermiculite, read our blog. [https://www.sybotanica.com/blogs/soil/vermiculite-why-what-how]